Natural latex mattress

What is a latex mattress?

Natural latex is a type of rubber made from the sap of the rubber tree (Hevea brassiliensis). Like pine resin, the rubber tree exudes a milky sap, also called latex, which hardens into a rubbery mass and, after transport, is baked in tanks in a mold to form latex foam.
Synthetic latex is made from petroleum and is a chemical imitation of natural rubber. We prefer natural latex for its better ventilation properties and environmental considerations.

Buying a latex mattress: what should you pay attention to?

Choose 100% natural latex

We're committed to 100% natural latex mattresses. Please note that European guidelines allow products containing 40% natural rubber to be labeled "100% natural latex." Switzerland is slightly stricter, limiting the product to 80% natural latex.
Sit & Sleep mattresses are made with 100% natural latex. This is not only better for ventilation and comfort, but also for the environment.

Core with 7 different zones

A) Main zone
B) Shoulder zone
C) Waist zone
D) Pelvic zone
The mattress is symmetrically constructed, making it suitable for sleeping on all four sides. We recommend rotating the mattress every three months.

Ventilating mattress cover

Temperature and humidity play a major role in the quality of your sleep. The right materials in your sleep system act as natural air conditioning. A dry and pleasant sleeping environment promotes a good night's sleep. That's why we use materials that both insulate and ventilate, such as cotton or viscose mattress covers combined with absorbent fibers like merino wool or camel hair, and cool fibers like wild silk.

A hard or soft natural latex mattress?

  • A soft mattress?

    A mattress that's too soft causes an unnatural curvature of the spine, causing the pelvis to sink too deeply and compressing the discs in the lower back. This also places stress on muscles, ligaments, and joint capsules, both in side and supine positions. Furthermore, a sleep system that's too soft restricts natural freedom of movement during sleep.

  • A hard mattress?

    When sleeping on your side or back, an unnatural curvature of the spine develops when the waist is insufficiently supported and the shoulders and pelvis experience excessive pressure. This leads to poor circulation, pain in the shoulders, hips, and ribs, and restless sleep. This often results in a semi-prone or full-prone sleeping position, which is not a good sleeping position.

  • A good mattress!

    A good mattress combines firm and soft zones in the right places, with a firm zone around the pelvis to support weight and a soft zone at the shoulders for optimal comfort. The waist needs extra firm support, as this is where it requires the most support. The exact firmness should always be tailored to the sleeper's body characteristics.

Which base under a latex mattress?

Important note: a latex mattress is only fully functional when placed on an adjustable slatted base! As mentioned, latex is very elastic and flexible, guaranteeing a high level of comfort. However, it does require support: for example, if you place the mattress on the floor, you'll never achieve the correct spinal alignment.
Turn it around: a latex mattress is the perfect mattress for an adjustable slatted base.
View our slatted bases

Our physiotherapists choose the best combination

Our knowledge and training allow us to choose the best latex mattress for you. We consider all the necessary factors, so you avoid a bad purchase. We're happy to provide sound advice!

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Our natural latex mattresses

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